Latest medical costs News

Fee relief for commercial fishers impacted by algal bloom
Faster Access To Medication, Shorter Wait Times For ADHD Patients
Specialist doctors’ fees threaten the future of private hospitals
Strengthening AMR Surveillance In PNG With UK Support
Molecular double agent: Protein “Eato” plays surprising role in protecting the brain
What financial support is available for cancer patients in Western Australia?
Consumers Health Forum welcomes focus on affordable healthcare in Federal Budget
Catholic Health Australia welcomes historic health investments, but says challenges remain in aged care transition
Medical Costs Finder upgrade an opportunity for insurer transparency
Strengthening Medicare: more transparency on patient medical fees
Health funds welcome plan to reveal thousands of specialist doctors’ fees for the first time
AMA will continue to work with government on private health fee transparency
Rural Americans don’t live as long as those in cities − new research
To keep your cool in a heatwave, it may help to water your trees
Cost of cancer: what you need to know and how to get support
WorkCover Partnership Helps Electricians Stay Strong
Retiring with debt? Experts explain downsizing, using super for your mortgage, and pension eligibility
MyGovID Is Now MyID
Investing in nutrition care for Australians now will be cheaper than medical treatment in the future
Medicare’s Safety Net must catch those most at risk
WHO study lists top endemic pathogens for which new vaccines are urgently needed
Port Pirie man convicted for failure to seek vet care for pet dog
Updated Guide On Informed Financial Consent
Updated guide to help patients understand out-of-pocket medical costs
Medicare is covering less of specialist visits. But why are doctors’ fees so high in the first place?
Waging War On ‘superbugs’ In Aged Care
Canberra Hears National Seniors Australia
Learn About Medical Costs Finder
Government’s job not done to improve access to essential care and reduce costs for Australians: RACGP
Visa rules jeopardise HIV management: study
Bulk billing rate shows funding gets results, but more needed: RACGP
Government’s job not done to help Australians with healthcare costs: RACGP
Patients cop the brunt of private health’s soaring ‘management expenses’
Government launches new Medical Costs Finder awareness campaign
Medical Costs Finder awareness campaign is now live
Sole connection: New guidelines for diabetes-related foot disease considers those most at risk
Medical Costs Finder – helping Australians plan for private health costs
Consumers cut back discretionary spend but leave room for travel and entertainment
Celebrating NSW’s dedicated pathology staff
Rising cost of living keeps older people awake at night
Medicare failing to keep up with rising cost of care
Tim Baker: Sustainable patient advocacy
School Meals Would Be Even Healthier if Compliant with U.S. Nutrition Standards, Study Finds
Preventing weight gain: Yo-yo no-go zones for Australians
Solving rare disease mysteries. And protecting privacy
Major funding boost for phage therapy manufacturing in NSW
Tackling the rise of autoimmune diseases with genetically modified cell therapies
ACG and AGA Guideline on Chronic Constipation Management is First to Recommend Supplements Magnesium Oxide and Senna as Evidence-Based Treatments